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EUROPEAN EXTERNAL ACTION SERVICE

Annex 1

European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo

(EULEX KOSOVO)

1-2019 Call for Contributions

Organisation: European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX KOSOVO)

Job Location: Western Balkans Region (Kosovo)

Employment

Regime: Seconded, Seconded/Contracted

Job Titles/

Vacancy

Notice:

Ref.: Name of the Post Pending Confirmed Total

Vacancies Availability

Seconded

EK 40002 Deputy Head of Mission 0 1 1 24-Oct-19

EK 40005 Gender Advisor 0 1 1 ASAP

EK 40021** International Secretary to the

Chief of Staff 1 0 1 31-Oct-19

EK 40024 Chief Joint Operations Room 0 1 1 08-Sep-19

EK 40026

Joint Operations

Officer/Security and Safety

Department

0 1 1 15-Sep-19

EK 40028 Programme Manager 1 1 2 ASAP

EK 40052 Special Liaison Intelligence

Officer 0 1 1 ASAP

EK 40054 Intelligence Researcher/

Database Input Officer 0 1 1 18-Aug-19

EK 40055 Desk Officer/ Office Manager 0 1 1 ASAP

EK 40093 War Crimes Monitor 0 2 2 ASAP,

13-Oct-19

EK 40095 Serious Crime Monitor 0 1 1 ASAP

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*This position is for a temporary deployment to the Dialogue Support Unit, the duration of the employment contract is subject to a

decision to be taken by Mission’s Supervising Authority.

**The post is currently occupied by a UK national. The availability of this position is subject to the outcome of the BREXIT

negotiations and/or guidance given by CPCC.

Job Titles/

Vacancy

Notice:

Seconded/Contracted

EK 40046 Forensic Doctor 0 1 1 ASAP

EK 40048**

Forensic Anthropologist/

Identification Coordinator 1 0 1 31-Oct-19

EK 40087 Correctional Monitor 0 1 1 ASAP

EK 40122 Head of Human Resources

Office 1 0 1 01-Sep-19

EK 40125** Weapons and Firearms

Instructor/Armourer 1 0 1 31-Oct-19

EK 40145 IT Officer

(Software/Databases) 0 1 1 ASAP

EK 40155 Senior Mission Security

Officer 1 0 1 ASAP

EK 40159 Close Protection Operator 0 2 2 08-Sep-19

EK 40161 Mission Security Officer 0 2 2 ASAP,

08-Sep-19

EK 40200*/** Customs & Integrated Border

Management Senior Adviser 1 0 1 31-Oct-19

Deadline for

Applications: 21 June 2019 at 17:00 hours (Brussels time)

Applications

must be

submitted to:

1 - For seconded candidates by EU Member States:

https://goalkeeper.eeas.europa.eu/registrar/

2 - For contracted candidates from EU Member States:

https://goalkeeper.eeas.europa.eu/registrar/DPA/357/details.do

3 - For seconded and contracted candidates from Contributing Third States:

[email protected]

Information:

For questions from the National Authorities please contact the

Civilian Planning and Conduct Capability (CPCC)

Mr Andre Konze

[email protected]

https://goalkeeper.eeas.europa.eu/registrar/

https://goalkeeper.eeas.europa.eu/registrar/DPA/357/details.do

mailto:[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

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Seconded Personnel – For seconded positions, only personnel nominations received through official

channels from EU Member States/contributing third States (contributing States) will be considered.

Contributing States will bear all personnel-related costs for seconded personnel, including salaries,

medical coverage, travel expenses to and from the Mission area (including home leave) and allowances

other than those paid according to the Council documents 7291/09 (10 March 2009) and 9084/13 (30

April 2013). Personnel seconded from contributing third States are not entitled to receive allowances

paid according to the Council documents 7291/09 (10 March 2009) and 9084/13 (30 April 2013).

Contracted Personnel – The Mission may recruit international staff on a contractual basis as required,

through an employment contract. The employment contract with the Mission establishes the conditions

of employment, rights and obligations, remuneration, allowances, travel and removal expenses and the

applicable high risk insurance policy.

Documents supporting educational qualifications and work experience should be accompanied by

certified translations of the original documents in the English language, if issued in another language, in

accordance with the European Commission Guidelines for Lifelong Learning, which ensures

transparency in higher education and fair and informed judgements about qualifications.

Tour of Duty Period – Subject to the adoption of another Council Decision extending the Mission

mandate and approving the appropriate Budgetary Impact Statement, the duration of the deployment

should be of 12 months.

The Civilian Operations Commander requests that contributing States propose candidates for the

following international staff positions for EULEX KOSOVO, according to the requirements and profiles

described below:

A. Essential Requirements

Contributing States are requested to ensure that the following essential requirements are strictly met and

accepted in respect of civilian international experts to the Mission.

Citizenship – Citizenship of an EU Member State or of a contributing third State1.

Integrity – The candidates must maintain the highest standards of personal integrity, impartiality and

self-discipline within the Mission; they are not allowed to provide or discuss any information or

document as a result of access to classified and/or sensitive information relating to the Mission or

respective tasks and activities; they shall carry out their duties and act in the interest of the Mission.

Negotiation Skills – The candidates must have excellent negotiating skills and the ability to work

professionally in a stressful and diverse environment.

Flexibility and Adaptability – The candidates must be able to work in arduous conditions with a

limited network of support and with unpredictable working hours and a considerable workload. They

must have the ability to work professionally as a member of a team, in task forces and working groups

with mixed composition (e.g. civilian and military staff) and be able to cope with extended separation

from family and usual environment.

1 Canada, Norway, Switzerland and United States of America

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Availability – The candidates must be able to undertake any other administrative tasks related with the

competencies, responsibilities and functions of the respective position within the Mission, as required by

the Head of Mission. In line with the Head of Mission’s intent to increase the footprint in the north and

in addition to those advertised positions which explicitly state that the staff member should live in the

north, other staff members subsequently deployed to the region after their arrival are expected to be

ready to live in the north.

Physical and Mental Health – The candidates must be physically fit and in good health without any

physical or mental problems or substance dependency which may impair operational performance in the

Mission. To ensure duty of care in a non-benign environment, selected personnel should, in principle, be

under the normal age of retirement in contributing States.

Language Skills2 – The candidates must be fully fluent in written and spoken English. Report writing

skills are especially needed. Knowledge of local languages will be an asset.

Computer Skills – Skills in word processing, spreadsheet and e-mail systems are essential. Knowledge

of other IT tools will be an asset.

Training – e-Hest3 or equivalent.

Education – European Qualifications Framework (EQF)4.

Driving Licence – The candidates must be in possession of a valid – including Mission area – civilian

driving licence for motor vehicles (Category B or equivalent). They must also be able to drive any 4-

wheel-drive vehicle. Category C driving licence is desirable or as specified in the respective job

description.

Serious deficiencies in any of these essential requirements may result in repatriation/termination of the

secondment/contract.

B. Recommended Requirements

Knowledge of the EU Institutions – The candidates should have good knowledge of the EU

Institutions and international standards, particularly related to the Common Foreign and Security Policy

(CFSP), including the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP).

Knowledge of the Mission Area – The candidates should have good knowledge of the history, culture,

social and political situation of the region as well as of the police, judiciary and governmental structures.

Training and Experience – The candidates should have attended a Civilian Crisis Management Course

or have participated in a CSDP Mission.

2 Common European Framework of References for Languages 3 https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/eeas/ehest/login/signup.php 4 https://ec.europa.eu/ploteus/content/descriptors-page

http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/en/resources/european-language-levels-cefr

https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/eeas/ehest/login/signup.php

https://ec.europa.eu/ploteus/content/descriptors-page

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C. Essential Documents and Equipment for Selected Candidates

Passport – The selected candidates must obtain a passport from their respective national authorities. If

possible, a Service Passport or Diplomatic Passport should be issued.

Visas – Contributing States and Mission Members must ensure that visas are obtained for entry into the

Mission area prior to departure from their home country. It is also essential to obtain any transit visas,

which may be required for passage through countries en route to the Mission.

Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) – The selected candidates will have to be in possession of the

necessary level of Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) as specified in the respective job description. For

seconded experts, the original certificate of the national security clearance or a proof of the initiation of

the process must accompany them upon deployment. For contracted experts, the process will be initiated

by the Mission upon deployment. For both seconded and contracted experts, access to EUCI will be

limited to RESTRICTED until the issuance of their national security clearance.

Certificate/Booklet of Vaccination – The selected candidates must be in possession of a valid

certificate/booklet of vaccination showing all vaccinations and immunisations received. They also must

be vaccinated according to the required immunisations for the Mission area.

Medical Certificate – The selected candidates should undergo an extensive medical examination and be

certified medically fit for Mission duty by a competent authority from the contributing State. A copy of

this certification must accompany deployed seconded/contracted personnel.

D. Additional Information on the Selection Process

The EU strives for improved gender balance in CSDP operations in compliance with UNSCR 1325.

CPCC encourages contributing States and European Institutions to take this into account when offering

contributions.

Application Form – Applications will be considered only when using the standard Application Form

(Annex 2) to be returned in Word format, and indicating which position(s) the candidate is applying for.

Selection Process – The most suitable candidates will be shortlisted and, if needed, interviewed in

Brussels, at the Headquarters of the Mission or by phone, before the final selection is made. If seconded

candidates are required to travel to Brussels/Mission Headquarters for interviews, the contributing State

will bear any related costs.

The selection of candidates who are working for other civilian CSDP Missions at the time of their

application will be subject to an impact assessment taking into account the operational needs of the

CSDP Missions concerned.

Information on the Outcome – Contributing States and contracted candidates (applying for

seconded/contracted positions) will be informed about the outcome of the selection process after its

completion. The indicative period of the interviews is from 25 June to 16 July 2019.

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E. Data Protection

The EEAS, and its Directorate CPCC processes personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2018/1725

on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data by the EU institutions

and bodies and on the free movement of such data, as implemented in the EEAS by the Decision of the

High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of 8 December 2011. The

Privacy statement is available on the EEAS website.

F. Job Descriptions

The current reporting lines of the following job descriptions might be subject to modification based on

operational requirements and in line with the principles set out in the Operation Plan (OPLAN).

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Position:

Deputy Head of Mission

Employment Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40002

Confirmed Vacancies: 1

Pending Vacancies: 0

Location:

Western Balkans Region

(Kosovo)

Availability:

24-Oct-19

Pillar/Department/Unit:

Office of the Head of Mission

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET

Open to Contributing Third

States:

No

1. Reporting Line: The Deputy Head of Mission reports to the Head of Mission.

2. Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

To support the Head of Mission in commanding, managing and directing EULEX KOSOVO

activities and operationalise the Mission’s mandate and tasks as set out in the planning documents;

To deputise for the Head of Mission in latter’s absence;

To act as the primary interlocutor - on senior management level - for National Contingent

Leaders/National Points of Contact on matters falling within the scope of action of the NCL/NPC;

To supervise the implementation of mechanisms in the Mission for monitoring, implementing and

evaluating relevant international instruments for gender equality and mainstreaming;

To ensure security and discipline of Mission staff, including internal investigations in line with the

relevant rules and procedures;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Head of Mission.

3. Mission Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

To support the Head of Mission in ensuring the Pillars deliver on the Mission’s mandate and tasks

as set out in planning documents and instructions issued by the Head of Mission;

To act as main Point of Contact for the Specialist Chambers (SC) and Specialist Prosecutor’s

Office (SPO);

To act as Head of Operations on the ground for all support measures requested by the SC and SPO

which includes planning and conduct of operations;

To support the Head of Mission in liaising with the Kosovo authorities, international organisations

and diplomatic representations.

4. Essential Qualifications and Experience:

Successful completion of university studies of at least 4 years attested by a diploma OR a

qualification in the National Qualifications Framework which is equivalent to level 7 in the

European Qualifications Framework OR a qualification of the second cycle under the framework

of qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Master’s Degree. The qualification

should be in any of the fields of Political Science, International Relations, Law, Social Sciences or

Business Administration OR equivalent and attested police education; AND

At least 15 years of relevant and proven full-time professional experience including at least 5

years of experience at senior management level, after having obtained the relevant

degree/qualification;

Experience leading large and sensitive police operations in an international environment;

International experience, particularly in relation to crisis areas and multi-national and international

organisations.

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5. Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Organisational and managerial skills, ability to work under pressure within short deadlines and to

manage multiple tasks and unexpected demands;

Ability to plan, execute and lead sensitive police operations in a large Mission with different

professional backgrounds;

Interpersonal and communications skills, familiarity with diplomatic protocol;

Ability to maintain objectivity in complex scenarios and to display sensitivity and sound

judgment;

Working knowledge of political, cultural and security situation and crisis management questions

related with Balkans, particularly with Kosovo.

6. Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

Experience in national or international assignments within staff functions, in particular planning

and organisation of crisis management Missions.

7. Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the functioning of the EU, in particular Common Foreign and Security Policy,

including CSDP Policy;

Knowledge of civilian CSDP Missions.

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Position:

Gender Advisor

Employment Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40005

Confirmed Vacancies:1


Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

ASAP


Office of the Head of Mission/

Head/Deputy Head of Mission

Secretariat

Security Clearance

Level:

No Personnel Security

Clearance is needed


States:

Yes

1. Reporting Line:

The Gender Advisor reports to the Head of Mission (HoM)/ Deputy Head of Mission (DHoM).

This position is also a member of the Core Responsiveness Capacity, see specific tasks related to this

below.


To provide strategic advice to the Head of Mission (HoM) / Deputy Head of Mission (DHoM) on

developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating the Mission’s strategy on gender

mainstreaming;

To advise HoM/DHoM on the mechanisms in the Mission for monitoring, implementing and

evaluating relevant international instruments for gender equality and mainstreaming, including

UN Security Council Resolutions on ‘Women, Peace and Security;

To undertake systematic gender analysis of all aspects of the implementation of the Mission

mandate, and provide when needed technical advice and expertise to mission Sections on how to

mainstream a gender perspective into relevant policy, programmes and activities;

To provide support to Gender Focal Points and coordinate the Gender Focal Points network;

To provide inputs into relevant Mission reports, in coordination with relevant sections within the

Mission as well as with other relevant external and civil society actors;

To advise on and provide regular trainings to staff on issues of gender and security;

To document and share best practices and lessons learned on gender mainstreaming in the

Mission;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the HoM / DHoM.

3.1 Mission Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

To cooperate closely with the relevant Kosovo authorities in enhancing gender mainstreaming in

Kosovo and encourage local authorities to implement a gender-sensitive policy;

To liaise with the EU Office in Kosovo and with relevant bodies of the European Union in matters

of gender mainstreaming relevant for CSDP missions;

To advise the relevant Kosovo authorities in promoting and applying a professional and gender-

sensitive management culture and working environment;

To liaise and cooperate with other relevant international stakeholders (such as UN Women,

UNMIK, KFOR, OSCE) and local stakeholders such as the Agency for Gender Equality and

women’s organisations on gender-mainstreaming issues. Liaise with the Mission monitors related

to sexual and gender based violence.

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3.2 Core Responsive Tasks and Responsibilities:

Members of the Core Responsiveness Capacity, when requested and approved by CivOpsCdr, are

expected to:

To participate in the planning and start-up of missions, including Technical

Assessment Missions and early deployment;

To support larger up/down scaling of missions, or refocusing of mandates;

To participate in liquidation and closures of missions;

To act as a floater under the Exchange of staff policy;

To participate in the specific Core Responsiveness Capacity trainings and exercises;

To undertake any other tasks related to the Core Responsiveness Capacity as required.




European Qualifications Framework OR a qualification of the first cycle under the framework of

qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Bachelor's Degree. The qualification

should be in the fields of Law or Social Science; AND

A minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience, after having fulfilled the education

requirements;

At least 5 years of experience working with gender issues in an international context;

Experience in research and analysis in the field of gender studies paired with drafting skills in

English.


Knowledge of the policy framework pertaining to gender, peace and security as relevant to the EU and in

particular to CSDP Missions;

Understanding of gender analysis and gender mainstreaming strategies;

Documented skills on drafting and reporting;

Networking and coordination skills;

Motivated and flexible personality.


Knowledge of the functioning of the EU and in particular CSDP Missions;

Understanding of the political, cultural and security situation of the Balkans, in particular Kosovo.


Interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi ethnic/cultural environment without

prejudices and predispositions;

Ability to perform under stress and in difficult circumstances.

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Position:

International Secretary to the

Chief of Staff

Employment Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40021**



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

31-Oct-19


Office of the Chief of Staff

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET or

equivalent


States:

Yes

1. Reporting Line:

The International Secretary to the Chief of Staff reports to the Chief of Staff.


To assist the Chief of Staff (CoS) with daily tasks;

To manage the calendar of meetings and appointments of the CoS;

To perform administrative and secretarial duties, draft memos, letters, faxes and other requested

documents and maintain filing systems;

To take minutes at meetings and conferences, as well as to prepare draft reports and documents for

the CoS;

To receive and distribute all correspondence as routed by the Head of Mission as appropriate;

To manage all travel schedules for the CoS, including liaising with the Mission Support

Department for flight reservations, entitlements, etc.;

To check and ensure that sufficient stock of stationary materials are kept in the office for usage by

all staff;

To issue invitations by phone and in writing, and to book facilities, etc.;

To ensure the proper handling of confidential documentation and related information passing into,

out of, and through the Office of the CoS;

To undertake any other related tasks as required by the CoS.


To monitor attendance, sick leave and annual leave of all staff in the Pool of

Interpreters/Translators.


A level of secondary education attested by a diploma in Administration, Secretarial Studies or

similar field; AND

A minimum of 3 years of professional experience after having fulfilled the secondary education;

International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multi-national and international

organisations, preferably in a CSDP Mission.


Drafting and reporting skills;

Absolute discretion, reliability and trustworthiness;

Ability to work to tight deadlines with minimal supervision.

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6. Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Understanding of the political, cultural and security situation of the Balkans, in particular Kosovo.



Ability to perform under stress and in difficult circumstances;

Knowledge of Albanian and/or Serbian language.

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Position:

Chief Joint Operations Room

Employment Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40024



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

08-Sep-19

Pillar/Department/Unit: Office of the Chief of Staff/Chief

of Staff Office/Joint Operations

Room (JOR)

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET

Open to Contributing Third States:

No

1. Reporting Line:

The Chief Joint Operations Room reports to the Chief of Staff, while cooperating closely with the

Senior Mission Security Officer and the Head of Operations Pillar for their areas of responsibility.


In line with the EU’s Policy of EU staff deployed outside the EU in an operational capacity under Title

V of the Treaty of European Union:

To run the Joint Operations Rooms (JOR) and ensure its effectiveness;

To manage the JOR staff;

To develop relevant Standard Operating Procedures;

To ensure the effective monitoring of the location and movement of all Mission personnel

deployed in the field;

To ensure the collection, analysis distribution and archiving of all incoming security and

operational reports; and of information from different sources including the media;

To monitor the media and relevant open sources and distribute relevant information and to

contribute in the situational awareness of the Mission;

To prepare and disseminate situation summaries for the Mission in a timely manner;

To review incoming messages and alerts, determine urgency and inform the relevant mission

elements and responsible staff members;

To ensure the proper registration of all activities and in particular in case of incident;

To alert and inform key security personnel and senior management of important developments;

To contribute to identifying lessons learned and best practices in his/her respective field of

competence;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Chief of Staff.


To oversee the Mission´s response during the initial phase in case of critical incidents, while

alerting all relevant staff in line with the relevant Standard Operating Procedures;

To ensure a proper information flow to the Watchkeepers´ Capability;

To contribute to planning activities of Security & Safety Department and Operations Pillar;

To oversee the appropriate manipulation of secure communication means.





qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Bachelor's Degree; The qualification

should be in any of the fields of Social Sciences, Law Enforcement, Law, Public Administration,

or other related university studies OR equivalent and attested police or/and military education;

AND

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A minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience in the civilian, military or police sectors

in the protection of personnel, facilities and assets, after having fulfilled the education

requirements. Professional experience must demonstrate increasing responsibility in particular

with regard to the security/protection of personnel, facilities and assets and in particular in the

management of a Crisis or Operations Center/Room;

Senior Law Enforcement Officer;

Experience in planning security and/or police operations;

Experience in planning and implementing projects;

Experience in handling EU Classified Information.


Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment and to establish and maintain

effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;

Analytical, organisational, planning, and time-management skills;

Resilient under mental pressure and willingness to work extra hours when required.



organisations.


Knowledge of the Mission area and potential threats.

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Position:

Joint Operations Officer / Safety

& Security Department (SSD)

Employment

Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40026



Location:

Western Balkans

Region (Kosovo)

Availability:

15-Sep-19

Pillar/Department/Unit: Office of the Chief of Staff/ Chief

of Staff Office/ Joint Operations

Room (JOR)

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET


No

1. Reporting Line:

The Joint Operations Officer / Security & Safety Department reports to the Chief of the Joint

Operations Room, while keeping the Senior Mission Security Officer fully informed on all relevant

developments.


To monitor the security situation in the Mission area as well as to collect, collate, analyse, assess

and disseminate information relevant for the implementation of the Mission mandate as well as

the general security situation, including the analysis of relevant trends;

To support and track all operational Security & Safety Department (SSD) movements and

coordinate, as required, SSD response;

To act as focal point for the Watchkeepers´ Capability and keep them informed of relevant

developments;

To contribute to the production/maintenance of the Joint Operations Room (JOR) contact lists,

emergency notification charts including check lists and other databases, reports or briefings;

To maintain the JOR maps and visual aids, as appropriate;

To collect, analyse and maintain all incoming security reports/information from different

resources within the Mission area and provide a daily summary to Security Information Analyst

Unit;

To prepare, produce and disseminate reports and products as per Standard Operating Procedures;

Operate means of secure communications;

To provide updated information and analysis of major crises or disasters, which could affect the

Mission´s operations or staff members and to inform staff in the area concerned through SSD;

To alert and inform senior management and respective SSD staff of important developments;

To assist JOR Police Operators as required;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Chief of JOR.


To monitor all Mission activities assigned, in particular staff movements in the north of Kosovo,

and act as the initial point of contact for headquarters and Mission personnel as required;

To be responsible to coordinate all helicopter operations, including the necessary liaison with the

relevant KFOR points of contact.





of qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Bachelor's Degree; The

qualification should be in any field related to Security or Emergency Management OR equivalent

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and attested police or/and military education OR successful completion of a full course in civilian

security organisation with duration of 3 years or more; AND

A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience, after having fulfilled the educational

requirements.


Demonstrated ability to contribute creatively to the development of security policies and

procedures;

Analytical, organisational, planning, and time-management skills;

Radio communication skills;

Understanding of applicable EU rules and regulations in the area of security and safety.



Relevant experience in handling EU Classified Information.


Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment and to establish and maintain

effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

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Position:

Programme Manager

Employment Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40028



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

ASAP


Office of the Chief of Staff/

Planning and Reporting Office

Security Clearance

Level:


Clearance is needed


Yes

1. Reporting Line

The Programme Manager reports to the Head of Planning and Reporting Office.

2. Main Tasks and Responsibilities

To assist Operations and Monitoring Pillars in writing the follow-up on operational objectives,

tasks and impact indicators for the duration of the Mission mandate;

To assist Operations and Monitoring Pillars in the establishment of the Mission Implementation

Plan (MIP) by drafting MIP actions that include baseline, activities, expected results and outcome

indicators that will be updated on a six-monthly basis;

To monitor the quality of the monthly MIP reports uploaded in the information system and

provide feedback to Operations and Monitoring Pillars;

To provide regular feedback to senior management on the implementation of MIP actions;

To evaluate MIP actions for the benchmarking annex of the six-monthly report with an emphasis

on trends, evaluation of developments, lessons learnt, and best practices;

To undertake any other related tasks as required by the Head of the Planning and Reporting

Office.

3. Mission Specific Tasks and Responsibilities

To assist in the coordination with the EU Office in Kosovo and other relevant stakeholders mainly

on the MIP, to avoid duplication of efforts and maximise synergies.

4. Essential Qualifications and Experience





should be in any of the fields of Project Management, Public Administration or other related

university studies; AND

A minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience, after having fulfilled the educational

requirements;

Proven operational planning/project management experience in a national or international context;

Professional experience in monitoring and evaluation;

Interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.

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Analytical and drafting capability and profound knowledge of information collection and

analytical methods;

Report drafting skills.


Project management training, such as APM, PPM, PRINCE2, or equivalent;

Experience in liaison with police, the judiciary, prosecution and customs authorities.


Knowledge of the Stabilisation and Association Process, Instrument for Pre-Accession (IPA)

Projects, and EU approximation processes in Kosovo;

Understanding of rule of law procedures and institutional building.

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Position:

Special Liaison Intelligence

Officer

Employment Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40052



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

ASAP

Pillar/Department/Unit: Operations Pillar/ Criminal

Intelligence and Cooperation

Unit/ Office of the Head of

Criminal Intelligence and

Cooperation Unit

Security Clearance Level:

EU SECRET Open to Contributing Third

States:

No

1. Reporting Line:

The Special Liaison Intelligence Officer reports to the Head of Criminal Intelligence and Cooperation

Unit.


To contribute on the operational level and in his/her field of expertise, to the Mission mandate

implementation in line with the CONOPS, OPLAN and Mission Implementation Plan (MIP);

To be responsible for intelligence collection, protection analysis and dissemination of intelligence

received from a variety of sensitive sources;

To undertake liaison with the military, the law enforcement and other external parties to ensure

intelligence capabilities are maximized in support of the Office of the Head of Criminal

Intelligence and Cooperation Unit (CICU) objectives;

To ensure that material generated is handled in accordance with existing procedures and

guidelines;

To brief both internal and external agencies as required;

To develop and update procedures for the SLU in order to maximize intelligence opportunities for

the Unit;

To provide advice in joint operations with other parties;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Chief of Office of the Head of CICU.


N/A


Successful completion of the secondary education attested by a diploma, complemented by Police

or Military training;

A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional police/military experience, after having fulfilled

the education requirements;

Extensive and progressive professional experience in intelligence issues and/or complex data.


N/A

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Military background and familiarity with military structures and terminology;


organisations;

Experience in criminal intelligence.


Interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral;


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Position:

Intelligence Researcher/ Database

Input Officer

Employment Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40054



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

18-Aug-19

Division/Department/Unit:

Operations Pillar/ Criminal

Intelligence and Cooperation

Unit/ Analytical and Technical

Office

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET


No

1. Reporting Line:

The Intelligence Researcher/ Database Input Officer reports to the Head of Criminal Intelligence and

Cooperation Unit.




To work with the Analytical and Technical Office Team within the Criminal Intelligence and

Cooperation Unit (CICU) and provide research assistance to the analysts and intelligence officers

as well as introducing data material into the intelligence database;

To research open and internal sources of information and all relevant databases and records;

To liaise closely with intelligence officers within the Office and other staff members of the

Operations Pillar to encourage the free flow of information;

To follow CICU policy regarding security of information;

To disseminate current information that may be of operational assistance;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Head of CICU.


N/A


A level of secondary education attested by a diploma complemented by police training;

A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional police experience or equivalent professional

experience, after having obtained the secondary education and the police training;

Extensive and progressive professional experience in intelligence issues and/or complex data;

Extensive practical experience in intelligence data research including open source.


Ability to acquire useful information from a variety of sources and good writing skills for drafting

accurate reports;

Working knowledge of i2 products (iBase and Analyst notebook).



organisations;


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Position:

Desk Officer/ Office Manager

Employment Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40055



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

ASAP

Component/Department/Unit:

Operations Pillar/ Criminal

Intelligence and Cooperation Unit/

Analytical & Technical Office

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET


States:

No

1. Reporting Line:

The Desk Officer/ Office Manager reports to the Head of Criminal Intelligence and Cooperation Unit

(CICU).


To contribute, on the operational level and in his/her field of expertise, to the Mission mandate


To act as the focal point for receiving, developing and disseminating information/intelligence in

accordance with the Criminal Intelligence and Cooperation Unit (CICU) policy;

To maintain records in order to assist in the provision of information management;

To provide quality control and to ensure that it complies with the CICU policy;

To act as the Office Manager with direct responsibility for the daily operations of the CICU and to

be the Line Manager for staff in the Research Cell;

To maintain and develop a wide range of contacts with individuals and organisations;

To liaise with Intelligence Officers;

To ensure timely and accurate reporting and information flow as per planning documents,

including the MIP and other reports of the Mission;

To undertake any other related tasks requested by the Team Leader International Police

Cooperation Unit.


N/A


Level of secondary education attested by a diploma complemented by police training;


requirements;

Extensive and progressive professional experience in intelligence issues and/or complex data.


N/A


Understanding of the political, cultural, historical and security situation of the Balkans, in

particular Kosovo;


organisations;

Experience with EUROPOL information exchange mechanisms;


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Position:

War Crimes Monitor

Employment Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40093



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

1 vacancy: ASAP,

1 vacancy: 13-Oct-19

Pillar/Department/Unit: Monitoring Pillar/Case

Monitoring Unit


EU CONFIDENTIAL or

equivalent


States:

Yes

1. Reporting Line:

The War Crimes Monitor reports to the Chief of the Case Monitoring Unit.

2. Main tasks and responsibilities:

To conduct monitoring activities in full compliance with the Mission mandate;

To monitor, analyse and report on requested issues pertaining to the situation in the Area of

Responsibility (AoR), in line with the various components of the Mission mandate;

To contribute to the production of accurate reports and to make recommendations for

improvement, as necessary;

To report on the findings both in qualitative and quantitative terms and to include analysis,

comments and suggestions in the reporting;

To assist, advise and update the Line Management on critical or emergency events in areas

covered by the Mission mandate that require immediate action/reaction by Line Management;

To offer peer-to-peer advice to local counterparts;

To provide advice to the respective institutions, if necessary, as part of the robust monitoring;

To undertake other related tasks as requested by the Chief of Case Monitoring Unit.


To establish and implement a monitoring system of the investigative actions and processes

conducted by Kosovo Police in relation to war crime cases(both to those handed over by WCIU

and new ones), to track the progress towards Mission’s objectives and provide accurate and timely

information to guide management decisions;

To focus the monitoring on strategic, tactical and operational level of organized crime cases prone

to political interference, of a sensitive inter-ethnic nature or with human rights concerns;

To adhere to the basic following criteria for the selection of cases to be prioritized:

EULEX KOSOVO risk assessments when handing over the cases to Kosovo authorities;

connections to EULEX KOSOVO legacy and impact of the investigation to Kosovo society;

gravity and seriousness of the alleged crime;

high profile of the suspect/s;

possible impact on victims and victim families.

To monitor the efficiency of the use of the documentation/ information management system

handed over by EULEX KOSOVO;

To monitor the implementation of the action plan deriving from the National War Crimes

Investigation/Prosecution Strategy;

To monitor the cooperation between prosecution and police;

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To conduct specific thematic performance and efficiency assessment tasks to identify and analyse

potential areas of structural weaknesses or shortcomings of local counterpart;

To liaise with host state relevant security sector actors and international actors as required;

To monitor the regional cooperation, especially with Serbian counterparts;

To communicate and coordinate frequently with other monitoring elements;

To suggest targeted actions/trainings to support local counterparts’ progress.





qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Bachelor's Degree OR equivalent and

attested police or/and military education; The qualification should be in the field of Law

Enforcement, Law, Police Science or other related university studies; AND


requirements;

A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in serious and complex criminal investigations.


Knowledge of serious crime investigations and the supervising of such investigations;

Understanding of applicable legislation, including but not limited to the Law on Police, Criminal

Procedure Code and Criminal Code;

Practical understanding of legal reform process including the development of legal policy and

legislation;


Full computer literacy of basic programs (word processing, spreadsheet and emails); good

knowledge of relevant IT archiving systems and procedures;

Mediation and interpersonal skills;

Report writing skills.


Supervisory/management experience in investigations into serious/complex crimes;

Experience in war crimes investigations and/or monitoring of such investigations;

International experience, particularly in post conflict or in crisis areas with multi-national and

international organisations;

Research and analytical skills.


Albanian and/or Serbian language skills;

Knowledge of the functioning of Kosovo Police and Kosovo Prosecutorial System.

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Position:

Serious Crime Monitor

Employment Regime:

Seconded

Ref. Number:

EK 40095



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

ASAP

Pillar/Department/Unit: Monitoring Pillar/Case

Monitoring Unit


EU CONFIDENTIAL or

equivalent


States:

Yes

1. Reporting Line:

The Serious Crime Monitor reports to the Chief of the Case Monitoring Unit.


To conduct monitoring activities in full compliance with the Mission mandate;

To monitor, analyse and report on requested issues pertaining to the situation in the Area of

Responsibility (AoR), in line with the various components of the Mission mandate;

To contribute to the production of accurate reports and to make recommendations for

improvement, as necessary;

To report on the findings both in qualitative and quantitative terms and to include analysis,

comments and suggestions in the reporting;

To assist, advise and update the Line Management on critical or emergency events in areas covered

by the Mission mandate that require immediate action/reaction by Line Management;

To offer peer-to-peer advice to local counterparts;

To undertake other related tasks as requested by the Chief of Case Monitoring Unit.


To establish and implement a monitoring system of the investigative actions and processes

conducted by Kosovo Police in relation to serious crime cases, to track the progress towards

Mission’s objectives and provide accurate and timely information to guide management decisions;

To focus the monitoring on strategic, tactical and operational level of serious crime cases prone to

political interference, of a sensitive inter-ethnic nature or with human rights concerns;

To provide advice to the respective institutions, if necessary, as part of the robust monitoring;

To adhere to the basic following criteria for the selection of cases to be prioritized:

o connections to EULEX KOSOVO legacy and impact of the investigation to Kosovo society

o gravity and seriousness of the alleged crime;

o high profile of the suspect/s;

o possible impact on victims and victim families.

To monitor the efficiency of the use of the documentation/ system handed over by EULEX

KOSOVO;

To monitor the implementation of the National Serious Crime Strategy;

To monitor the cooperation between prosecution and police;

To conduct specific thematic performance and efficiency assessment tasks to identify and analyse

potential areas of structural weaknesses or shortcomings of local counterpart;

To liaise with host state relevant security sector actors and international actors as required;

To monitor the regional cooperation;

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To communicate and coordinate frequently with other monitoring elements and the Thematic

Advisors in the Case Monitoring Unit;

To suggest targeted actions/trainings to support local counterparts’ progress.





qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Bachelor's Degree OR equivalent and

attested police or/and military education; The qualification should be in the field of Law

Enforcement, Law, Police Science or other related university studies; AND


requirements;

A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in serious and complex criminal investigations.


Knowledge of serious crime investigations and the supervising of such investigations;

Understanding of applicable legislation, including but not limited to the Law on Police, Criminal

Procedure Code, and Criminal Code;

Practical understanding of legal reform process including the development of legal policy and

legislation;


Full computer literacy of basic programs (word processing, spreadsheet and emails); good

knowledge of relevant IT archiving systems and procedures;

Mediation and interpersonal skills;

Report writing skills.


Supervisory/management experience in investigations into serious/complex crimes;

Experience in serious crime investigations and/or monitoring of such investigations;

International experience, particularly in post conflict or in crisis areas with multi-national and


Research and analytical skills.


Albanian and/or Serbian language skills;

Knowledge of the functioning of Kosovo Police and Kosovo Prosecutorial System.

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Position:

Forensic Doctor

Employment Regime:

Seconded/Contracted Post Category:

Expert

Ref. Number:

EK 40046



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

ASAP

Component/Department/Unit:

Operations Pillar/ Institute of

Forensic Medicine

Security Clearance

Level:


Clearance is needed


Yes

1. Reporting Line:

The Forensic Doctor reports to the Deputy Director of the Institute of Forensic Medicine.


To perform medico-legal investigations of death and to assist in the area of forensic medicine

whenever required by the Kosovo Specialist Chambers and Specialist Prosecutor’s Office;

To give expert testimony evidence in court on findings of the autopsies and other examinations;

To give evidence in court on findings of the autopsies and other examinations;

To advise the Co-Head of Department of Forensic Medicine on relevant issues;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Deputy Director of the Institute of

Forensic Medicine.


The Forensic Doctor should be willing to perform tasks in location other than Kosovo;

This is a part-time job whereby the Forensic Doctor will perform his/her duties as described above

whenever required but no more than three months per year.





of qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Master's Degree. The qualification

should be in at least one of the following fields of expertise: Medicine, specialisation in Forensic

Medicine; AND


requirements;

Hands-on experience of death investigations, including autopsy and other forensic examinations.


Knowledge of death investigations, including autopsy and other forensic examinations.


Experience of teaching/training others in forensic and medical subjects;

Driving license of category C.


Interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral in English;


Ability to explain complex scientific concepts to a wide audience.

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Position:

Forensic Anthropologist/

Identification Coordinator

Employment Regime:


Expert

Ref. Number:

EK 40048



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

31-Oct-19


Operations Pillar/ Institute of

Forensic Medicine

Security Clearance

Level:


Clearance is needed


States:

Yes

1. Reporting Line: The Forensic Anthropologist/ Identification Coordinator reports to Deputy Director of the Institute of

Forensic Medicine.


To contribute on the operational level and in his/her field of expertise, to the Mission´s mandate

implementation in line with the CONOPS, OPLAN and Mission Implementation Plan (MIP) in the

area of the Mission´s mandate in the field of forensics, focusing on missing persons and

exhumations;

To conduct forensic anthropological analysis, including the analyses of complex cases of

commingled remains;

To assist in the field, whenever exhumations are conducted;

To conduct detailed analyses related to DNA and anthropological procedures related to

identification work;

To manage and process of all documentation pertaining to samples sent for DNA testing as well as

results received;


including the MIP and other reports of the Mission;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Deputy Director of the Institute of

Forensic Medicine.


N/A





of qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Master's Degree. The qualification

should be in at least one of the following fields of expertise: Forensic Anthropology or Physical

Anthropology; AND

A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in Forensic, after having fulfilled the

education requirements;

Proven experience of exhumation processes.

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Determination of MNI and skeletal re-association;

Considerable knowledge of mechanical forces on bone, blunt, sharp, GSW (including terminal

ballistics) and combined peri-mortem trauma, bone-healing processes and osteopathological

processes leading to a determination of probable cause of death and presumptive or positive

identification.


N/A



General knowledge of other forensic science fields, such as ballistics, death scene investigation

and data-base management, etc.;

Knowledge in working with civil society groups and NGOs;


Proven knowledge of current developments in forensic science.

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Position Name:

Correctional Monitor

Employment Regime:


Mission Support - Assistant Level

(MSAL)

Ref. Number:

EK 40087



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

ASAP


Monitoring Pillar/

Correctional Unit

Security Clearance

Level:


Clearance is needed


States:

Yes

1. Reporting Line:

The Correctional Mobile Monitor reports to the Chief Correctional Unit/Advisor to the Head of

Kosovo Correctional Services.


To conduct specific thematic inspections and performance assessment tasks in support of the

Mission´s efforts to address areas of structural weaknesses of local counterparts;

To contribute to the implementation of the Mission´s policies by identifying and analysing

potential political interference and corruption, accountability, human rights and gender issues, etc.;

To report without delay to Chief Correctional Unit/Advisor to the Head of Kosovo Correctional

Services, including recommendations on how to address the situation, in case of non-compliance;


including the MIP and other reports of the mission;

To coordinate, at the operational level, with other units and departments as appropriate;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Chief Correctional Unit/Advisor to the

Head of Kosovo Correctional Services.



implementation in line with the CONOPS, OPLAN and Mission Implementation Plan (MIP) in the

area of monitoring, mentoring and advising (MMA) Kosovo Correctional Services (KCS)

covering all of Kosovo;

To advise and mentor local counterparts, as required, in a structured manner in line with the

Mission´s planning documents; in particular, to advise KCS management in matters regarding

internal/external security, daily operations and management; to advise on the treatment of

prisoners to comply with European Best Practices and Human Rights standards; etc.;

To assess local counterparts’ compliance with instructions given by the relevant hierarchy and

assess compliance on lower levels of respective local institutions with EULEX KOSOVO advice

given at HQ level;

To collect and collate “on the spot” performance statistics that relate to Kosovo’s correctional

services system, as part of the Mission’s benchmarking processes covering all of Kosovo;

Readiness to travel.


Successful completion of the secondary education attested by a diploma, complemented with

relevant professional training; AND

A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in Correctional Services, after having

fulfilled the education requirements and the relevant professional training.

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Team player with drive and the ability for innovative thinking and problem-solving;

Ability to acquire, analyse and manage information from a variety of sources.



organisations.



Knowledge of Albanian and/or Serbian language;


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Position:

Head of Human Resources Office

Employment Regime:


Expert

Ref. Number:

EK 40122



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

01-Sep-19


Mission Support Department/

Human Resources Office

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET or

equivalent


Yes

1. Reporting Line:

The Head of Human Resources Office reports to the Head of Mission Support Department.


below.


To lead, direct and manage the Human Resources Office;

To be responsible for the implementation of all relevant Council/Commission legislation and

instructions, as well as for the setting up and implementation of relevant Mission internal

strategies, policies and procedures;

To ensure an effective and transparent human resources planning and recruitment process;

To ensure a fair, effective and transparent performance appraisal process;

To ensure an effective and efficient human resources administration process;

To support the Mission management in implementing the Mission’s mandate in accordance with

the Mission key documents and ensuring effective training activities for staff members and other

relevant support during their tenure;

To ensure that line managers of the Mission get the necessary advice and support in human

resources matters;

To coordinate as appropriate with the EEAS (CPCC) and the EU Commission (FPI) as well as

with the Brussels Support Element on all issues pertaining to his/her portfolio;

To ensure timely reporting to the Mission management and the EEAS (CPCC) on Human

Resources related issues;

To act as a key interlocutor with staff and their representatives, such as the Staff Committees and

National Contingent Leaders/National Points of Contact, on matters affecting staff members, and

to facilitate bringing closer the concerns of staff to senior management;

To identify, manage and report the risks arising from the specific processes/systems/projects

implemented under his/her responsibility;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Head of Mission Support Department.


To plan and execute Mission’s downsizing process in accordance with strategic guidance from

CPCC and the Mission’s senior management.



expected to:

o To participate in the planning and start-up of missions, including Technical Assessment

Missions and early deployment;

o To support larger up/down scaling of missions, or refocusing of mandates;

o To participate in liquidation and closures of missions;

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o To act as a floater under the Exchange of staff policy;

o To participate in the specific Core Responsiveness Capacity trainings and exercises;

o To undertake any other tasks related to the Core Responsiveness Capacity as required.





of qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Master's Degree; The qualification

should be in the field of Social Sciences, Human Resources, Business Administration or other

related university field; AND

A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, out of which a minimum of 3 years of

experience at management level, after having fulfilled the education requirements;

Proven experience in staff development and training.


People management skills and capacity to deal with different levels of stakeholders;

Leadership skills to lead teams and develop solutions, and to adapt new and emerging

technologies to solve business and operational needs;

Problem solving skills;

Ability to establish/review priorities, to plan and to exercise control;

Ability to mentor and motivate staff;

Organisational and interpersonal skills;

Communication skills, both written and oral.




organisations;

Knowledge and/or experience in strategic management and/or public administration.



Understanding of the political, cultural and security situation in the Balkans, in particular Kosovo.

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Position:

Weapons and Firearms

Instructor/Armourer

Employment Regime:


Mission Support – Assistant Level

Ref. Number:

EK 40125**



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

31-Oct-19


Mission Support

Department/Human Resources

Office

Security Clearance

Level:


Clearance is needed


States:

Yes

1. Reporting Line:

The Weapons and Firearms Instructor/Armourer reports to the Head of Human Resources Office.


To support, assist and advise the Head of Human Resources Office on all training and evaluation

issues pertinent to weapons and firearms;

To assist in the conceptual development of internal standards and guidelines for weapons and

firearms training;

To plan, organise and deliver weapons and firearms training;

To produce training materials;

To evaluate and prepare summaries and analytical reports on weapons/firearms training activities;

To document and ensure proper record of shooting training and tests, including use of

ammunition;

To conduct regular assessment of weapons handling and shooting skills of armed Mission staff, as

well as perform their certification and recertification where applicable;

To ensure firing sites/ranges are maintained in the required conditions, taking into consideration

the security & safety standards relevant to shooting training;

To coordinate the use of available shooting ranges;

To facilitate the smooth and accountable operations of the Mission designated armouries. to assist

in identifying Mission armoury needs and provide technical support in his/her area of

responsibility to staff members;

To facilitate the 24 hour, 7 days a week, duty cover and access to the Mission’s armouries;

To conduct technical assessment of Mission owned weapons and firearms and to ensure a high

operational effectiveness and equipment husbandry of all such associated equipment under his/her

control;

To maintain relevant Health & Safety principles in relation to the areas of his/her responsibility.

To facilitate training needs analysis and reviews upon direction, in relation to the Missions use of

force policy, defensive tactics and firearms training in compliance with the Mission OPLAN and

SOP’s;

To coordinate import and export procedures of all firearms and ammunition into/from the Mission

area;

To draft technical specifications/terms of reference for procurement activities in his/her area of

expertise, participating in the evaluation of tenders as required;

To participate in the recruitment of other training and firearms specialists throughout the Mission;

To contribute to the development of the Mission security policies and procedures in regards of

weapons and firearms;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Head of Human Resources Office.

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N/A


A level of secondary education attested by a diploma, complemented by Police or Military

Training; AND

A minimum of 6 years of professional military/police/security experience, after having fulfilled

the education requirements out of which:

A minimum of 5 years of documented experience, excellent knowledge and proven skills in the

area of delivering firearms training, including a high standard of physical fitness;

A minimum of 2 years of experience delivering training to an international audience;

Experience and formal qualifications from a military/police/security institution within the field of

Training together with demonstrated technical knowledge of the aspects of Security Training

development and within the field of maintenance and/or technical assessment of firearms;

Pistol & Rifle Instructor certification/accreditation from a recognized institution.


Knowledge of applicable international standards/best practices and human rights regulations

relevant to the use of firearms and use of force;

Technical knowledge of side arms and long barrelled weapons.


International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multi-national and/or international

organisation;

Training in teaching and maintenance of the Mission owned weapons systems, such as HK G36

rifles and Glock pistols;

Category C driving license.


Understanding of the political, cultural and security situation of the Balkans, in particular Kosovo;


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Position:

IT Officer (Software/Databases)

Employment Regime:


Mission Support Staff – Management

Level (MSML)

Ref. Number:

EK 40145



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

ASAP


Mission Support Department/

Technical Services/

Communication and Information

Systems Unit

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET


No

1. Reporting Line:

The IT Officer (Software/Databases) reports to the Chief of Communication and Information Systems

Unit.


To plan, analyse, design, programme, implement and support web-based and desktop applications.

To develop detailed software specifications, functional specifications and user documentation for

these systems;

To maintain and improve the Mission’s software applications, web-based and desktop;

To plan, design and develop complex databases;

To provide assistance and mentoring to Mission members in the handling of complex and no-

routine problems related to applications;

To write and implement efficient code;

To develop quality assurance procedures;

To deploy software tools, processes and metrics;

To troubleshoot problems and provide assistance with the requests for changes in the software

programs;

To monitor and supervise the work of the software developers;

To work in coordination with the other IT Officers;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Chief of Communication and Information

Systems Unit.


N/A

4. Essential Qualifications and Experience





should be in the field of Software/Database Development or other related university studies; AND


requirements;

Experience in software/database development, design, management and implementation of

complex database systems and software applications.

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Knowledge of software development technologies and programming languages such as Microsoft

Visual Studio (version 2013 or higher), Visual Basic, C#, HTML and Java Script;

Knowledge of database development using Microsoft SQL Server (2012, 2014, 2016);

Knowledge of the source code management using Microsoft Team Foundation Server;

Communication skills – both written and verbal;

Ability to learn new technologies quickly;

Analytical skills;

Ability to communicate complex procedures to the other colleagues;

Attention to details;


Certifications in database and software development technologies and programming languages;


organisations.



Be familiar with AGILE terminology and SCRUM.

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Position:

Senior Mission Security Officer

Employment Regime:


Expert

Ref. Number:

EK 40155



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

ASAP


Security and Safety Department

(SSD)

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET


States:

No

1. Reporting Line:

The Senior Mission Security Officer reports directly to the Head of Mission (HoM), while maintaining

close function relationship with the CPCC Duty of care / Security Office. He ensures that the Deputy

HoM and Chief of Staff are kept fully informed on a need-to-know-basis.


below.


To operationalise – within his/her field of responsibility – the Mission mandate and tasks as set

out in the planning documents, CONOPS, OPLAN, and the Mission Implementation Plan (MIP)

in the area of monitoring, mentoring and advising (MMA);

To direct and supervise the work of the Department and to ensure it delivers on the Mission

mandate and tasks as set out in planning documents, CONOPS, OPLAN, and the MIP and

instructions issued by the Chief of Staff (CoS);

To advise the Head of Mission, senior Mission management and other parts of the Mission on all

security matters that affect the Mission, its assets, personnel and information;

To provide advice and assistance, and implement measures related to security matters, as well as

on all aspects of the Mission work that have security and safety implications;

To be responsible, in line with the EU’s Field Security Policy (EUFSP) and its supporting

documents, for the continued development, implementation and updating of the Mission security

plans including an effective warden and movement of personnel system;

To coordinate the drafting of security policies and procedures, related to security issues;

To ensure that the security policies and procedures are followed as per Mission Standard

Operation Procedures;

To ensure timely and accurate security reporting, including real time reporting from potential

trouble spots;

To ensure personal security advice is given to Mission staff as required;

To ensure an effective system of security reviews in relation to Mission property and buildings

and recommend changes if necessary;

To identify staff training needs in security related areas in cooperation with the training officer(s),

in line with standards set by the EUFSP and supporting documents;

To develop professional contacts with NATO/KFOR, local police and security managers of other


To work in close cooperation with the Mission Support Department in matters related to the

purchasing of necessary security related equipment and services;

To liaise with the GSC Security Office on all matters foreseen by the EUFSP and supporting

documents;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the HoM.

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N/A



expected to:

o To participate in the planning and start-up of missions, including Technical Assessment

Missions and early deployment;

o To support larger up/down scaling of missions, or refocusing of mandates;

o To participate in liquidation and closures of missions;

o To act as a floater under the Exchange of staff policy;

o To participate in the specific Core Responsiveness Capacity trainings and exercises;

o To undertake any other tasks related to the Core Responsiveness Capacity as required.






should be in the field of Security, Emergency Management or other related fields; OR equivalent

and attested police or/and military education AND


requirements;

Experience in safety and security and in the development of relevant policies and procedures.


Driving license of Category C.



organisations;

Authorised to carry and issued a personal weapon.



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Position:

Close Protection Operator

Employment Regime:


Mission Support Staff – Assistant

Level (MSAL)

Ref. Number:

EK 40159



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

08-Sep-19

Pillar/Department/Unit: Security and Safety Department/

Mission Security/ Close

Protection Unit

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET


States:

No

1. Reporting Line:

The Close Protection Operator reports to the Chief of Close Protection Unit.


To be responsible for execution of Close Protection (C/P) operations;

To provide personal security advice to members of the organisation;

To assist in identifying staff's personal security training needs and to assist in developing and

delivering necessary training;

To carry out daily administration and operational planning for daily C/P activities;

To provide comprehensive procedural documents with respect to C/P activities;

To maintain a high operational effectiveness and equipment husbandry of all associated equipment

under Close Protection Unit control;

To assist in coordination of VIP visits with all relevant security agencies;

To develop professional contacts with the local police, military and security managers of other


To liaise as necessary with civilian and military organisations for an assessment of current and

possible future threats;

To aid in the development of Mission C/P policies and procedures ensuring they are followed and

updated or amended when necessary;

To participate in Security and Safety Department threat assessments to ensure appropriate security

measures are put in place, in a timely and effective manner;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Chief of Close Protection Unit.


To conduct armed close protection of the Head of Mission, visiting VIP or EULEX KOSOVO

Mission staff at risk;

Staff member might be expected to live in the north;

Authorised to carry and issued a personal weapon.


Successful completion of the secondary education attested by a diploma, complemented by Police

or Military training;

A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience, in the military, police or security field,

after having fulfilled the education requirements out of which at least 2 years in close protection;

Driving license of category C;

Trained and certified in close protection techniques (theory and practice);

Trained in basic life support (medical training);

Advanced driving training (defensive driving).

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Demonstrated ability in providing effective operational planning for a Close Protection Team;

Demonstrated ability to contribute creatively to the development of security strategies and

procedures;


Ability to operate a variety of communication systems.


Trained and certified as a shooting instructor;

Operational experience as a Medic.

7. Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: N/A

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Position:

Mission Security Officer

Employment Regime:

Seconded / Contracted Post Category:

Mission Support - Assistant Level

(MSAL)

Ref. Number:

EK 40161



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

1 vacancy: ASAP

1 vacancy: 08-Sep-19

Pillar/Department/Unit: Security and Safety Department/

Mission Security/Close Protection

Unit/ Mission Security Officer

Team

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET


States:

No

1. Reporting Line:

The Mission Security Officer reports to the Team Leader (Mission Security Officer Team).


In line with the EU's Policy of EU staff deployed outside the EU in an operational capacity under Title

V of the Treaty on European Union:

To ensure security surveys of Mission member’s personal protective security requirements,

transport security, residential and office security as appropriate;

To ensure that all security and communications equipment is kept in a state of operational

readiness;

To conduct regular security drills, communication tests and evacuation exercises;

To provide briefings and presentations on matters affecting the security and safety of Mission

members and to ensure all staff is properly prepared for emergencies;

To liaise as directed and co-operate closely with national law enforcement agencies, International

Organisations, NGOs, other EU bodies and diplomatic representatives, in the field of security;

To provide assistance and appropriate response to Mission members and to ensure that all

necessary actions are taken, particularly in emergency cases;

To travel to high risk areas and to conduct security duties;

To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Team Leader (Mission Security Officer).


To implement the EULEX KOSOVO security plan;

Staff member might be expected to live in the north.


A level of secondary education attested by a diploma, complemented by specialised training OR

equivalent and attested police or/and military OR education at a civilian security organisation;

A minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience, out of which 1 year experience of Field

Security, after having fulfilled the education requirements;

Authorised to carry and issued a personal weapon if seconded or be prepared to be trained in their

use if contracted;

Driving licence of Category C.


Analytical skills;

Demonstrated ability and experience to contribute creatively to the development of security

strategies and procedures;

Organisational, planning, and time-management skills.

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Previous work experience in the region;

Successful completion of the EU Mission Security Officers Certification Course or equivalent.


Knowledge of the Mission area and potential threats.

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Position:

Customs & Integrated Border

Management (IBM) Senior

Advisor

Employment Regime:


Expert

Ref. Number:

EK 40200*/**



Location:


(Kosovo)

Availability:

31-Oct-19


Monitoring Pillar/ Dialogue

Support Unit

Security Clearance

Level:

EU SECRET or

equivalent


States:

Yes

1. Reporting Line:

The Customs & Integrated Border Management (IBM) Senior Advisor reports to the Head of

Monitoring Pillar.


To operationalise the Mission mandate and tasks as set out in the planning documents and the

Mission Implementation Plan (MIP), by advising and mentoring(MMA) local counterparts on the

strategic and operational level with regard to integrated border management;

To support the Mission's efforts in addressing areas of structural weaknesses in the performance

and accountability of counterparts/institutions and to propose solutions for strengthening same;

To support the Mission’s efforts in addressing areas of structural weaknesses in the performance

and accountability of counterparts/institutions in the area of border security, anti-smuggling and

risk assessment through the improvement in strategies, organisational change processes, executive

legislation, structural safeguards or similar corrective measures (“institutional” MMA), in

particular in the areas of potential political interference and corruption, accountability, human

rights and gender, etc. and propose solutions for strengthening the same;

To provide analysis and recommendations to the local counterpart in the area of responsibility;

To ensure timely reporting on activities within the field of responsibility as per planning

documents, in particular progress and/or lack of progress;

To maintain necessary contacts and build relationships with relevant counterparts;

To ensure compliance with instructions/directions from Mission management;

To liaise closely with other Senior Advisers and Advisers as appropriate;

To identify best practice and lessons learned within the field of responsibility;

To undertake any other tasks required by the Head of Monitoring Pillar.


To monitor, mentor and advise the Kosovo Customs (KC) Director General and Border Police

(KBP) Director and their respective management teams on the strategic and operational

management of borders;

To guide and assist the National IBM Coordinator, KC Director General, KPB Director and

Kosovo Food and Veterinary Agency (F&VA) Director in meeting the requirements of the new

Kosovo National IBM Strategy and Action Plans – 2018 to 2023;

To advise the relevant interlocutors on the management and development of customs & border

control regimes, introducing working methods aimed at maximising the efficiency of customs and

border security checks, whilst ensuring movement of persons and effective trade facilitation;

To advise and assist KC Director General and KPB Director in improving the capability of their

respective border control officers to detect all forms of border crimes, including: smuggling

offences, human trafficking, irregular migration, and customs frauds etc.;

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To assist in the further development and enhanced implementation of effective risk analysis,

selectivity, profiling and targeting systems, at all BCPs/CCPs; the application of the ‘One-Stop’

controls; coordinated/joint border patrols; effective exchange of information; and cross-border

cooperation/operations;

To assist Kosovo Customs Director General and KBP Director with the ‘Dialogue Technical

Protocol for Implementation of the IBM Agreed Conclusions’ for six Kosovo/Serbia Co-located

Crossing Points;

To advise and assist with the further development of the National Centre for Border Management

(NCBM), allowing for the ‘real-time’ sharing of relevant information;

To contribute to the implementation of memorandums of understanding, agreements/protocols

related to the exchange of information between border agencies, both national and international;

To guide and assist the Ministers of Internal Affairs and Finance decision-making process from

the IBM Border Control/Risk Management perspective;

To guide and assist in developing border agencies liaison with border control counterparts in other

neighbouring border/boundary agencies services in relation to IBM;

To liaise with representatives of other relevant international agencies, including KFOR, on all

customs border control and border security related issues;

To support the operations at the BCPs and CCPs if needed.





of qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Master's Degree OR equivalent and

attested customs education; The qualification should be in the field of Social Sciences, Law,

Business Administration or other related university studies; AND

A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in Customs, after having fulfilled the

education requirements, out of which at least 5 years working within IBM;

Experience in implementing the concept of IBM, with a comprehensive knowledge of IBM

strategies and operational tasks, particularly within the Western Balkan context;

Practical experience with border controls, inter-agency/international cooperation and exchange of

information at national and international level.


Knowledge and proven experience in the field of Border Management from a Customs perspective;

Theoretical and practical knowledge of border control procedures at international BCPs and the

green border from the aspect of Customs and Border Security operations;

Knowledge of relevant acquis communautaire provisions, EU legislation, and best practices, in

terms of management of external borders, as implemented by Customs (knowledge of relevant

Chapters of EU Customs Blueprints and EU Guidelines) and Border Police (Schengen Catalogue).



organisations.

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Understanding of the political, cultural and security situation of the Balkans, in particular Kosovo;




Knowledge of Albanian and/or Serbian language.

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